Be an Illinois JusticeCorps Fellow. Illinois JusticeCorps places volunteers in courthouses to help people without lawyers navigate the civil justice system. Fellows work with courthouse staff to provide a variety of services to people who can’t afford an attorney, or simply need a better understanding of the court system and its procedures. JusticeCorps volunteers do not give legal advice, instead they empower people with the tools they need to represent themselves. Fellows also: Lead a team of volunteers; Create AmeriCorps projects and events; Collect data for quarterly reports; Watch court, observe judges and attorneys; and, Build friendships with other service-minded people. Full-time Fellows (1700 hours) receive an $25,000.00 living allowance paid over 12 months. Half-time Fellows (900 hours) receive a $12,500.00 living allowance paid over 12 months. All members, upon successful completion of the term of service, are eligible for an educational award ranging from $6,895.00 to $1,459.26. Applications accepted until positions are filled. Don't wait, apply today!
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Member Duties : Fellows work with courthouse staff to provide a variety of services to people who can’t afford an attorney, or simply need a better understanding of the court system and its procedures. JusticeCorps volunteers do not give legal advice, instead they empower people with the tools they need to represent themselves. Fellows also: Lead a team of volunteers; Create AmeriCorps projects and events; Collect data for quarterly reports; Watch court, observe judges and attorneys; and, Build friendships with other service-minded people.
Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service , Stipend .
Terms :
Uniforms provided and required , Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours .
Uniforms provided and required , Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours .
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
Illinois JusticeCorps Fellow- 4th Judicial Circuit
Program Start/End Date
08/14/2023 - 08/13/2024
Work Schedule
Full Time
Education level
Some college
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: 99
Program Locations
ILLINOIS
Accepting Applications
From 05/24/2023 To 06/23/2023
Contact
Jenna Kearns
104 W Front St
Bloomington IL 61701
8724446620
jkearns@iljusticecorps.org
Listing ID
119001
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